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Although not as popular as some other brands, SE Electronics have made a name for themselves in the professional mic market, thanks to many artists and engineers who recommend their products.

One of their most popular models is the sE2200a, a mic that was used to capture the voice of popular singer Amy Winehouse for her album "Back to Black". The sE2200a II C is the second version of the mic, and it inherited most of the features of the original, with the main difference being its improved black rubberized finish and bundled shock mount.

This particular version is meant for vocal work because of its cardioid polar pattern and condenser capsule. For the price, the sE2200a II C features a hand-crafted 1" gold-sputtered diaphragm that gives this mic a transparency and clarity that has impressed professionals.

Specifications:

Type: Condenser

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz

Impedance: 200 ohms

Maximum SPL: 135 dB

Pad Attenuation: -10dB

Power Requirements: 48V phantom power

Pros

Great overall quality and amazing sound are just two of the many commendations that this mic has received from users and experts. Some even compare it to mics that are much more expensive, while others comment that the quality it has exceeded what they were expecting. Other noteworthy remarks include its voice friendly sound and its ability to handle loud sound sources.

Cons

There aren't many complaints addressed to the sE2200a II C, but there were a few who mentioned having issues with noise. Another user noted that the mic does not have the same "air" and space as other condenser mics of the same price range, and this can be either good or bad depending on how you're planning to use it.

Overall

We were recommending this mic for recording vocals until November 2017 and the only reason it came off our recommended list is because there are now more highly rated options which you can see in our guide to The Best Studio Mics For Vocals.